Just picked up my 2018 big horn Ram I have a large screen 8.4 but after seeing this I went to eBay for the 10.4 less than 600 dollars thank you I will be upgrading soon
Excellent straight forward video with full explanation of the product and install process without all the bs everyone else does because they want to be a movie star, really nicely done, thanks so much for sharing.
If you access the advanced options you can access several different vehicles. If you select ram high(trim level) it gives you 7 fan speeds. As well as heated seats and steering wheel and dual climate zones if your truck is equipped.
Awesome video tutorial. I just got my1500 Ram 3 days ago and would probably upgrade my entertainment system one of these days. I just subscribed to ur channel. Awesome job bro!
Really wish the plug n play was easier....i have so many wires left over...i think its just for other options to add to car....sub...etc.. annoying to put together. Not much room to work but its not horrible. Took me 2 hours and ive never ever put anything like this in any of my trucks... not too shabby. Worth the money. My 2014 ram audio setup looked ancient compared to what it looks like now on mine.
Looks great, but from my personal experience, touch screens are terrible while driving. Trying to press the right button on a screen while going over bumps, pressing the wrong button, then fixing what you just did wrong, all while keeping your eye on the road. I really need physical buttons for things like volume, temperature, radio etc. So much safer.
Awesome video, really helpful!! How did you get the rotating and running speed to work, is that automatic after you install or do you have to connect it to an OBDII? I have mine installed but that is not working, could it be something not plugged in correctly in the back of the unit? My rear sensors also stopped beeping after installation and unit doesn´t dim when I turn on my headlights, does your dim automatically when that happens??? Thanks!!
Great video and info! I had 3 questions. Do you have any pics of the GPS receiver and where it has to be mounted? I know you mentioned it, but can you not change the background from that Ram truck to anything else? And lastly, you said the one navigation app wouldn’t work in the US. Can you delete any of the apps you want off of the radio? Thanks for the info!
@Benjamin Carbonell phoenix automotive is the company, look around on the website I bought an open box one which is a return saved half the money paid 500 compared to 1000, Didn’t have any issues with it. Couldn’t say anything about it now since I sold the truck.
Where did you purchase the screen/head unit? Would you know if it would be compatible with a 2017 2500 Ram diesel? Did everything come with the head unit, connectors & harnesses? Also, what is the cost? Does the Nav come with Canadian content?
Well that's a nice looking setup, but the only bad thing is that Chinese electronics are notorious for not updating anything. Just thought I give you a heads-up.
Paperclown you're right the Samsung Tablet is way cheaper but it's also not a plug and play that will have all the stock functions working properly $700 is cheap, I'm ordering one.
Paperclown that's why the Tesla cars need to have autonomous driving capabilities. Frees up the driver to play around on the tablet dash and surf the web. Lol
What about adjusting the courtesy settings like horn honk on lock, headlight duration, etc when you can simply access and adjust this on the stock radio?
Did you have a problem with getting the radio to work? I hooked it up and I pretty much only get one channel 105.1. Just wanted to know if you had to change any settings for it. Thanks!
How is the sound quality? Last time I bought a Chinese radio the sound quality wasn't up to par with even the base factory radio. Are there amplifier pre-outs?
Great job on the review. I'm doing this to a ford edge. Have u made any atrempts at automation within the vehicle using the app? How customizable and open is it? Climate control and defrost can be automatic based off temperature and humidity. How customizable is the home screen?
Do you still retain vehicle controls in the radio settings? On my radio I can turn on/off day time running lights, hill climb assist, static/dynamic lines for back up camera, mirrors tilt in reverse , and my trailer brake controls.
Can you tell me if this will be able to move the back up can from the mirror to the radio? We have a 2015 express that had the camera add on. Also where did you order yours? I was looking on eBay for $598.
Awesome upgrades. You say this screen is for 2009 and up? I’ve searched on that add on link and can’t find anything for my (2012) Ram 1500 Any ideas? Thank you
Ya thought this was a install not a walk thru. How do you hook up the AC knobs do you an need anything extra like wire kit or mounting In have a 2014 Ram 1500 express quad
Since you can have apps on it like Spotify, does it need your phone to have a hotspot to get WiFi to play the songs? And every time you get into the car will you have to reopen the app to get music playing?
Is this able to add preouts? Part of my issue with the newer radios is they look great but they have the see issue as the old radios. No way to add better sound system without line cutting which adds distortion.
I installed this system, but my factory connection for the hvac system did not fit, is there an adapter or something I need to use, i bought the screen off Facebook, so don't know if I was missing parts
Amazing video. So how do you still like it? I guess my only concern would be the steering wheel controls but it looks like they work! Any update on how it works would be helpful looks really cool
nice bro, I did install mine into my focus ST 2016 but I'm kind of confused about how to update it. Also every time I turn my car on I need to adjust my time on the radio. I noticed in your video that on your screen you don't have any Chinese symbols because on mine even when I adjust the language it still shows some of them. mayiandjay do you have any idea how to update the radio and get rid of these minor issues? Thanks in advance.
Do you need a DATA plan with this? How do you download apps and how does Google maps work without DATA? Will it display your backup camera when you're in reverse?
Hey i just bought the radio , have you found a way to change the ram on the back ground to something else ? Anything a logo or just black cuz i have a dually and i would hate to have a 1500 i just wouldnt feel right
I clicked on that link to try to purchase that radio but it's not on eBay do you have another site I can go to and what type of backup camera did you get cuz I'm about to purchase one from a car used car dealership and work on it and have it ready for next summer
do you have any link where i can buy that radio? i have a rebel 2017 and i'm totally sad that for that year the radio was so basic don't have airplay don't have gps etc i'm looking for an upgrade but like this everything just like the factory thank you
I bought one because of your post. It changed all my native statistics to metric, can’t change back to English/American. Can no longer play music through my iPhone via the USB/not supported. Can only Navigate GPS with a WiFi hotstot. This Head Unit is garbage. I contacted the seller and have excluded their reply: Thank you for your reply. Sorry to see you opened an eBay return case. Please kindly understand that any return case does great harm to our eBay store. As you said in the return case "GPS for navigation only works on WiFi; that was not disclosed in the description of the product. My metric to US settings work on the head unit, however my native vehicle settings would not revert back to US after restarting vehicle. Unable to play music through IPad/IPhone through USB. Screen is sluggish, very slow responses. 1, Regarding to connect to WiFi to use GPS navigation, we have described that in our listing, please check attached picture. Maybe something was ignored when you placed order. You don't have to purchase a 3g dongle to use navigation, you could connect to your iphone hotspot and use WiFi. 2, Regarding to metric to US settings, if you have done the setting we suggested, and it still not work, then we are sorry to tell you that sometimes the protocol of car does not match with the unit, so it only shows metric on original dash setting
My back up sensors don't work when in reverse on this radio. WHEN I use my factory radio it does work. Any help on this would be greatly appreciated, do you know how to make the sensor part of the back up camera (car image with sensor feature) to work ?
Wow that looks awesome! Perfect fit too hell I can't believe I'm just now seeing this but why no Sirius/Xm? I couldn't live without my Octane & Howard Stern though, but all plug and play no datalink harnesses and all that come with it?
hello please help!! I was adjusting some things in configuration and the reverse camera no longer gives me an image, it stays with a black background when reversing. I appreciate help!
Just picked up my 2018 big horn Ram I have a large screen 8.4 but after seeing this I went to eBay for the 10.4 less than 600 dollars thank you I will be upgrading soon
Excellent straight forward video with full explanation of the product and install process without all the bs everyone else does because they want to be a movie star, really nicely done, thanks so much for sharing.
I don't even own any vehicle but I watched the whole thing, nice video
Well , no need to buy the 2019 Ram anymore
LOL...........I 2ND THAT EMOTIONAL
I 3rd that ...... Mine works great.
Well let me get in on the Me too action. I 4th that motion 😂
Well I bought the new Ram without the Tesla style radio.
yep. this dude saved me $45000.
Splendid work! Many thanks for posting an entertaining and informative video. Really enjoyed your presentation. Cheers!
If you access the advanced options you can access several different vehicles. If you select ram high(trim level) it gives you 7 fan speeds. As well as heated seats and steering wheel and dual climate zones if your truck is equipped.
Very impressive!
Sorry for being late on this; exams have been hectic lately.
Brilliant video!
Liked and shared.
They should come like that..
That looks amazing!!
Awesome video tutorial. I just got my1500 Ram 3 days ago and would probably upgrade my entertainment system one of these days. I just subscribed to ur channel. Awesome job bro!
I would get it but the UI looks like is running on the old-school Windows software. If they update the UI i believe they would sell more
luis garcia true I agree, that or a cheaper price as well.
It's android os
John Anthony Yeah Android with an ugly skin.
Hey I really like your content, I have one question for you, what about the heated mirror it still work?
Heated mirrors work.
Everyone needs to stop hating!! Looks great man!
I just went to the dealership to select my 2017 ram. I hate the factory radio. Thanks for this video.💨💨💨
Wow look amazing... Make the truck interior look very modern.
Really wish the plug n play was easier....i have so many wires left over...i think its just for other options to add to car....sub...etc.. annoying to put together. Not much room to work but its not horrible. Took me 2 hours and ive never ever put anything like this in any of my trucks... not too shabby. Worth the money. My 2014 ram audio setup looked ancient compared to what it looks like now on mine.
New link has been added in the description as of 10-28-20. Thanks
The link has been updated as of 10/25/2019
Was the option to change the color of the truck patched, and was the built in nav fixed since this build?
Congrats!!! You get amazing and beautiful Ram truck, and add a so nice gadget 👍 now your truck looks like a new coming soon 2019 #ram
Ca soundman out of California makes the best one for any type of tablet that is made
The question I have is did you loose all the factory functions? like rearview mirror dimmers, programming the headlights, etc?
No i just bought one and it comes with the connection to connect you back up camera
No satellite radio. No deal. I have a lifetime subscription!
Looks great, but from my personal experience, touch screens are terrible while driving. Trying to press the right button on a screen while going over bumps, pressing the wrong button, then fixing what you just did wrong, all while keeping your eye on the road. I really need physical buttons for things like volume, temperature, radio etc. So much safer.
1nnu3ndo Imagine if we could speak to give those commands?
steering wheel controls for volume and seeking, auto climate for climate control. pretty simple.
Te quedo chingona compa voy a intentar algo asi en mi Silverado
Looks very oem, great job!
This was awesome!
I subscribed because of this video that looks cool as hell
Awesome video, really helpful!! How did you get the rotating and running speed to work, is that automatic after you install or do you have to connect it to an OBDII? I have mine installed but that is not working, could it be something not plugged in correctly in the back of the unit? My rear sensors also stopped beeping after installation and unit doesn´t dim when I turn on my headlights, does your dim automatically when that happens??? Thanks!!
Eres el mejor brother saludos y bendiciones desde Toronto
That’s so COOL MAN!!!
Great video and info! I had 3 questions. Do you have any pics of the GPS receiver and where it has to be mounted? I know you mentioned it, but can you not change the background from that Ram truck to anything else? And lastly, you said the one navigation app wouldn’t work in the US. Can you delete any of the apps you want off of the radio? Thanks for the info!
I'm assuming you lose heated and cooled seats with this, or is there a setting for it?
No it’s in the settings of the radio
@Benjamin Carbonell phoenix automotive is the company, look around on the website I bought an open box one which is a return saved half the money paid 500 compared to 1000, Didn’t have any issues with it. Couldn’t say anything about it now since I sold the truck.
Where did you purchase the screen/head unit? Would you know if it would be compatible with a 2017 2500 Ram diesel?
Did everything come with the head unit, connectors & harnesses?
Also, what is the cost? Does the Nav come with Canadian content?
Great video bro
Great video. Does your steering wheel controls work with the new unit. Specially VR button and phone answering button
Well that's a nice looking setup, but the only bad thing is that Chinese electronics are notorious for not updating anything. Just thought I give you a heads-up.
efx 2017 and I believe it's extremely limiting as far as changes that can be made by the user
That is true
Could you also imagine the audio amplifier in that thing lol
Can i install this radio on my 2500 Dodge Ram 2016 and hows the Dvd works and what parts do I need to complete the installation
Please do a follow up videp after say 3 months nad let us know how it works
qlovox Will do! That's a great idea.
yeah like how fast it is bringing up Apps .. sofar everything on the market is SLOOWWWWWWWW AF
mayiandjay compa donde compro ese radio?
Paperclown you're right the Samsung Tablet is way cheaper but it's also not a plug and play that will have all the stock functions working properly $700 is cheap, I'm ordering one.
Paperclown that's why the Tesla cars need to have autonomous driving capabilities. Frees up the driver to play around on the tablet dash and surf the web. Lol
Did you figure out how to retain the uconnect app to be able to use your phone to start the truck?
How good is the Bluetooth microphone ? Also what brand is this? Thanks
i have a really basic truck interior, im thinking of changing my hud and radio to this one also, make it look more modern and better looking
nice video. i was wondering can you move the applications you use the most to the front of the row.?
Did you use the supplied antenna for the GOS or connect it to the antennas already on the vehicle used for GPS?
What about adjusting the courtesy settings like horn honk on lock, headlight duration, etc when you can simply access and adjust this on the stock radio?
Will it have the ac or heating memorised from last use??
Did you have a problem with getting the radio to work? I hooked it up and I pretty much only get one channel 105.1. Just wanted to know if you had to change any settings for it. Thanks!
How is the sound quality? Last time I bought a Chinese radio the sound quality wasn't up to par with even the base factory radio. Are there amplifier pre-outs?
Great job on the review. I'm doing this to a ford edge. Have u made any atrempts at automation within the vehicle using the app? How customizable and open is it? Climate control and defrost can be automatic based off temperature and humidity. How customizable is the home screen?
I'm thinking about doing this to my Edge. I'm wondering if I should do this or should I go with SYNC 3 upgrade 8 inch display that looks factory.
Do you still retain vehicle controls in the radio settings? On my radio I can turn on/off day time running lights, hill climb assist, static/dynamic lines for back up camera, mirrors tilt in reverse , and my trailer brake controls.
Did urs come with a red can bus adapter or the grey dip switch can bus adapter
Can you tell me if this will be able to move the back up can from the mirror to the radio? We have a 2015 express that had the camera add on. Also where did you order yours? I was looking on eBay for $598.
In one of your videos you said you figured out the fix for the USB for the console. Which video is that on?
Nice video friend that nice I love Spanish radio as well 😍😍😁
Awesome upgrades. You say this screen is for 2009 and up? I’ve searched on that add on link and can’t find anything for my (2012) Ram 1500
Any ideas? Thank you
Ya thought this was a install not a walk thru.
How do you hook up the AC knobs do you an need anything extra like wire kit or mounting
In have a 2014 Ram 1500 express quad
Since you can have apps on it like Spotify, does it need your phone to have a hotspot to get WiFi to play the songs? And every time you get into the car will you have to reopen the app to get music playing?
Yes, either a phone sharing wi-fi or a dedicated modem. Yes, you need to re-open Spotify for example every time your turn on the vehicle.
This looks amazing, saw an updated version for the 2018. Question though, what about the tow/haul button? Is there a button for that in the system?
You should have that in your options on the below buttons
Hello, where can I buy that radio? My truck is 2016 but from what I saw in the video it has the same plugs 🎉
Is this able to add preouts? Part of my issue with the newer radios is they look great but they have the see issue as the old radios. No way to add better sound system without line cutting which adds distortion.
I installed this system, but my factory connection for the hvac system did not fit, is there an adapter or something I need to use, i bought the screen off Facebook, so don't know if I was missing parts
Donde lo comprastes???,, yo quiero uno para mi 2017 Laramie Longhorn.
Amazing video. So how do you still like it? I guess my only concern would be the steering wheel controls but it looks like they work! Any update on how it works would be helpful looks really cool
Thank you so much for the video
How does the wifi work? I assume you need a hotspot to use to allow for Wi-Fi to work, correct? And can you not download maps online for the nav?
hi man !! exelent work! ! where i can buy that? thanks
nice bro, I did install mine into my focus ST 2016 but I'm kind of confused about how to update it. Also every time I turn my car on I need to adjust my time on the radio. I noticed in your video that on your screen you don't have any Chinese symbols because on mine even when I adjust the language it still shows some of them. mayiandjay
do you have any idea how to update the radio and get rid of these minor issues? Thanks in advance.
This looks great.
I have the same truck but when I put the Tesla in it’s touching that metal piece in the back do I have to cut that?
Hi, I have the same radio installed in my 2013 Ram. My RPM or speed gauge doesn't work. Any idea what I may have missed to connect?
Will it work on my 2017 ram 1500 laramie.. has u connect radio. I love the one u have
What does the volume goes up to, and what does the EQ look like for the subs?
Does the new head unit support all the settings for trailer brakes as well as the many other setting the factory Harmon Kardon unit has?
where did you get the screen from? how mush did it cost?
I'll stick with my stock 8.2 with alpine surround
Bo Daggart well if you have that of course your not going to change it he didnt have the u connect he has the other cheap radio
8.4
Same!!! I'll stick with my old school pull out cassette deck. Just lug the entire stereo system in the house every night 😂😂
With this Tesla style radio is it possible to hook up and amp and subwoofer ? I don’t think I seen any rca connections
Would this work on the 09-12 models if you use the 13+ radio bezel??
I live in wpb and I recently bought a the same truck just a 2018 version with a backup camera and my RPM isn't working or my rear-view camera.
I have a iPhone and I’d like to install this in my truck, I have the same set up as your truck we’re would I go to find the correct screen?
Do you need a DATA plan with this? How do you download apps and how does Google maps work without DATA? Will it display your backup camera when you're in reverse?
what audio expandability does it have rca hdmi what are the power ratings for speaker output
Hey i just bought the radio , have you found a way to change the ram on the back ground to something else ? Anything a logo or just black cuz i have a dually and i would hate to have a 1500 i just wouldnt feel right
I clicked on that link to try to purchase that radio but it's not on eBay do you have another site I can go to and what type of backup camera did you get cuz I'm about to purchase one from a car used car dealership and work on it and have it ready for next summer
Question: What do the round knobs at the bottom of the screen do? They are volume/tune normally.... But I see the volume far to the passenger side
Michael Brown a/c
Do you need to connect this to an OBD to be able to see the rpm?
Do the climate controls reset when you turn the vehicle off or do they stay at the settings they were at when you get out
i have a 2017 ram rebel with heated steering and seats as well as air suspension, will i be able to use all of that still?
Yes you can program the radio for those settings.
do you have any link where i can buy that radio? i have a rebel 2017 and i'm totally sad that for that year the radio was so basic don't have airplay don't have gps etc i'm looking for an upgrade but like this everything just like the factory
thank you
I bought one because of your post. It changed all my native statistics to metric, can’t change back to English/American. Can no longer play music through my iPhone via the USB/not supported. Can only Navigate GPS with a WiFi hotstot. This Head Unit is garbage. I contacted the seller and have excluded their reply: Thank you for your reply. Sorry to see you opened an eBay return case.
Please kindly understand that any return case does great harm to our eBay store.
As you said in the return case "GPS for navigation only works on WiFi; that was not disclosed in the description of the product. My metric to US settings work on the head unit, however my native vehicle settings would not revert back to US after restarting vehicle. Unable to play music through IPad/IPhone through USB. Screen is sluggish, very slow responses.
1, Regarding to connect to WiFi to use GPS navigation, we have described that in our listing, please check attached picture. Maybe something was ignored when you placed order.
You don't have to purchase a 3g dongle to use navigation, you could connect to your iphone hotspot and use WiFi.
2, Regarding to metric to US settings, if you have done the setting we suggested, and it still not work, then we are sorry to tell you that sometimes the protocol of car does not match with the unit, so it only shows metric on original dash setting
My back up sensors don't work when in reverse on this radio. WHEN I use my factory radio it does work. Any help on this would be greatly appreciated, do you know how to make the sensor part of the back up camera (car image with sensor feature) to work ?
are you able to change the icons ontop to something else? like replace the i GO with google maps on the home screen?
How is it holding up so far? Any lags, defects, regrets?
How does google maps work? Do you have to have your phone plugged in? How does it get service?
Wow that looks awesome! Perfect fit too hell I can't believe I'm just now seeing this but why no Sirius/Xm? I couldn't live without my Octane & Howard Stern though, but all plug and play no datalink harnesses and all that come with it?
There's a Sirius App that you can install on the Unit.. ;)
Can this be mounted on a 2012 Ram truck? Sellers on Ebay indicate that the units only fit 2014 and up Ram trucks
hello please help!! I was adjusting some things in configuration and the reverse camera no longer gives me an image, it stays with a black background when reversing. I appreciate help!
Where can I buy this one?
Amazon has no one in stock 😔😪
Where did you get that whole unite? I really want to add that to my 2009 ram 1500 hemi.
How did you get the new radio? Thanks!
Whats the brand n name of stereo? Where did you purchase it at?
Did you have any issues getting your AC controls to plug in the plugs not look the same the ones they sent me
I see the AC controls, what about heated and vented seats?
Where I can get that screen Could you share a link please !!